This 217.5-mile journey from Monroe to Hackberry, Louisiana, is best tackled as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes. You'll navigate through familiar Southeast regions of Louisiana, with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $33. The route features a mix of local roads and Interstate 10, suggesting a dynamic driving experience. With only one recommended stop, this trip is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight break.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.8 miles from Monroe, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
91.6 mi
1h 47m
Masonic Drive
78.1 mi
1h 36m
I 10
23.4 mi
27m
Louisiana Highway 27
12.8 mi
17m
Macarthur Drive
4.3 mi
6m
LA 1256
1.9 mi
3m
I 20
1 mi
1m
Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
— 91.6 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Hackberry, LA.
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Start on this road
38 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left
45 ft·5 sec
3
Turn right onto US 80; LA 15
265 ft·8 sec·Louisville Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.2 mi·18 sec·North 5th Street
5
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
458 ft·7 sec·North 5th Street
6
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.7 mi·1 min·Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
8
Merge onto I 20
1.0 mi·1 min·I 20
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 165: Bastrop, Columbia
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 165 South: Columbia
11
Merge onto US 165
92 mi·1 hr 47 min·Martin Luther King Jr Drive
12
Continue on US 71; US 165
0.6 mi·42 sec·Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
13
Continue on US 71; US 165
4.3 mi·6 min·Macarthur Drive
14
Enter roundabout onto US 165
0.1 mi·14 sec·Masonic Drive
15
Continue on US 165
78 mi·1 hr 36 min·Masonic Drive
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
17
Merge onto I 10
23 mi·27 min·I 10
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 20Toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
19
Keep slight left at fork
172 ft·6 sec
20
Turn left onto Ruth Street
0.3 mi·44 sec·Ruth Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on LA 1256
127 ft·2 sec·LA 1256
22
Continue on LA 1256
1.9 mi·3 min·LA 1256
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on LA 27; LA 108
13 mi·17 min·Louisiana Highway 27
Use the left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 27
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
25
Turn slight left onto Old Town Road
102 ft·5 sec·Old Town Road
26
Continue on Old Town Road
0.2 mi·57 sec·Old Town Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto Volunteer Lane
245 ft·10 sec·Volunteer Lane
28
Arrive at destination
Volunteer Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 29-minute duration, departing Monroe in the morning allows ample time to reach Hackberry comfortably within the same day. While the route only suggests one stop, plan for additional brief breaks as needed, especially during the 91.6-mile stretch on Martin Luther King Jr Drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $33 estimated cost reflects the full 217.5 miles, and it's always wise to refuel before hitting longer, less populated segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108.8 miles from Monroe, LA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 48 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hackberry, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monroe, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monroe, LA
This is one driving day of about 217.5 miles and 4h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Monroe, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Martin Luther King Jr Drive for about 91.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 217.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.2 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward US 165: Bastrop, Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 165: Bastrop, Columbia
6
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 165 South: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 165 South: Columbia
6
201.1 mi into trip|~4h 4m in
Take the exit toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20
Toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
6
217.5 mi into trip|~4h 29m in|Volunteer Lane
At end of road, turn left onto Volunteer Lane
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.85 one way
$65.70 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$36.06
$72.12
premium
$4.56
$39.04
$78.08
diesel
$5.61
$48.02
$96.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.3
0
$22.84
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.03
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.45
$13.92
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Monroe, LA
Late night
in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hackberry, LA
Late night
in Hackberry on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Alexandria, LA
109 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 29m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for a significant portion of this 217.5-mile trip, with only 18% of the journey on the highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 91.6 miles on Martin Luther King Jr Drive, offering a chance to settle in before transitioning. This route is characterized by its frequent turns and changes in scenery as you move from local streets onto the interstate and back again, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.6 mi on Martin Luther King Jr Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 217.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
196 ft4 ft
Total Climb
286 ft
Total Descent
358 ft
Highest Point
196 ft
~46.6 mi in
Elevation Range
191 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Monroe, LA to Hackberry, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Cameron along the way.
Cameron
201.1 mi in|~4h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 217.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 91.6 miles on Martin Luther King Jr Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hackberry, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Hackberry, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
